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In a concerning update from Saudi Arabia, Aleksandar Mitrović, Serbia's all-time leading goal scorer, has sparked worries about his fitness following a difficult exit from Al-Shabab Stadium.
The Al Hilal striker was seen struggling to walk, heavily relying on his right leg, and required assistance to navigate the stadium stairs after his team's narrow 4-3 victory in the 25th round of the Saudi Arabian championship.
Mitrović's discomfort came after a match where he demonstrated his scoring prowess with two first-half goals against Al-Shabab, only to be stretchered off in the 34th minute due to an injury. The nature of his departure, along with his body language, suggested a potentially serious injury, casting a shadow over Serbia's preparations for the upcoming European Championship in Germany, now just two and a half months away.
This development is particularly alarming for the Serbian national team and its fans, as Mitrović's contributions have been crucial to their successes. His inability to walk unaided post-match has led to speculation about the severity of his injury and its impact on Serbia's ambitions at the Euros.
Remembered for his clutch performances and critical goals, Mitrović's potential absence would be a significant blow to Serbia's campaign in Germany. As the team and fans await further updates, the focus remains on the striker's recovery timeline and the possibility of his participation in one of the most anticipated tournaments of the year.